INVESTIGATING THE QUALITY TRAITS OF FUFU DERIVED FROM CASSAVA MOSAIC DISEASE (CMD) RESISTANT GENOTYPES
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Cassava (Manihot esculenta) stands as a vital staple food crop across tropical regions in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, serving as a cornerstone of nutrition for millions of people. Its significance is underscored by estimates suggesting that cassava provides approximately 40% of the total calories consumed in Africa, making it second only to cereal grains in terms of energy contribution to the Nigerian diet. While cassava roots are predominantly composed of carbohydrates, with starch accounting for 80% of its content and minimal fat, it is notable for its low protein content (1.20%) and variable cyanide levels, with certain varieties such as TMS 50395 containing cyanide levels exceeding 10 mg/100 g fresh weight. Despite these nutritional constraints, cassava plays a pivotal role in mitigating the African Food Crisis.
The development of the NR8082 cassava variety by the National Root Crops Research Institute, Nigeria, signifies a significant breakthrough in cassava breeding efforts. This low-cyanide, high-yielding variety has been widely distributed to Nigerian farmers, offering a promising solution to enhance cassava productivity while mitigating the risks associated with cyanide toxicity. Through targeted breeding programs and research initiatives, such as the development of cyanide-resistant varieties like NR8082, efforts are underway to improve the nutritional profile and agronomic performance of cassava, thereby bolstering food security and livelihoods in resource-constrained regions.
This paper highlights the critical importance of cassava as a staple food crop and the role of breeding programs in enhancing its nutritional quality and yield potential. By leveraging scientific advancements and collaborative partnerships, researchers and agricultural stakeholders can work towards developing resilient cassava varieties that address both nutritional deficiencies and production challenges, thereby contributing to sustainable food systems and livelihoods in tropical regions.
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Cassava, Staple food crop, Food security, Breeding programs, Cyanide toxicityDownloads
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